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The healing waters of Abita Springs
In the 1800s people flocked to what is now Abita Springs, seeking out the healing waters the town is now named after. Promising to cure many ailments, including the dreaded yellow fever, the water drew rich New Orleans residents from their plantations on the Southshore to the pine forest of the Northshore, The area prospered, and the town was formed as a resort area, complete with hotels and a train station.
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Local shopping rewards area economy
Locally owned businesses build strong neighborhoods by sustaining communities, linking neighbors and by contributing more to local causes.
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The marriage of Hyland Jayne Cassagne and Kyle Daniel Taylor was solemnized Oct. 26 at the Windsor Court Hotel in New Orleans with the Rev. Gary Pittman presiding. Ceremony music, a string duet of cello and violin, was provided by A Touch of Rose Music.
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Several years ago, Donna Lopez pulled into the parking lot of her Southshore job, threw her car in park and sat in silence, staring out the window.
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Social Scene
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Education
Making KidSense
One thing all children have in common, regardless of build, ethnic background or even abilities is playtime. Even adults need a break from work now and then; thus, the coffee break. At Pontchartrain Elementary and Tchefuncte Middle School, parents know this as well and the concept of the sensory playground known as KidSense was born.
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What is your name? Where do you teach? My name is Sister Margaret Ann Mire, STJ, and I teach at St. Margaret Mary Catholic School in Slidell.
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Food
Cookie squares, bars perfect to serve at holidays
This chilly December weather is perfect to turn on the oven and bake something that will fill your warm, cozy kitchen with the fragrances of Christmas. What a splendid time to share your goodies over a perfect cup of tea with a few friends or neighbors. Bring out your best china cups and festive plates and napkins and indulge in a traditional tea party.
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